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ACCOMMODATIONS

HOTELS

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Super 8
1919 Central Avenue
Estherville Ia 51334
712-362-2400


Fresh breakfast with hot Belgian waffles, cappuccino and fruit. Fridges in all rooms. Free wifi in all rooms.

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Estherville Hotel & Suites
200 Central Avenue
Estherville IA 51334
712-362-5522


Standard rooms accommodate 1-4 people, suites accommodate 1-6 and whirlpool suites accommodate 1-4 people

BED & BREAKFAST

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 Little Swan Lake Winery Bed and Breakfast
1350 320th Ave
Estherville, Iowa 51334
712-858-4592

Built in a renovated grain elevator and barn, Little Swan Lake Winery and B&B is a unique, rustic get-away. Sip some wine, watch the buffalo roam and enjoy the beauty that is Little Swan Lake! Information and Reservations

CAMPING OPTION

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Fort Defiance State Park
Located off of Hwy.9 West
Park Hours 4:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Natural beauty surrounds in this 191-acre park that features sites for picnics, camping, and trails for hiking. Shelter, and restrooms available. 
Information and reservations


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Iowa Lake Wildlife Area
This 16-acre camping area sits on 802-acre Iowa Lake and is state-owned, but county-managed. The lake lies with 308 acres in Iowa and 494 acres in Minnesota. This is the newest campground managed by the ECCB. It is a small primitive camping area with restored wetlands and native prairie area.


Facilities:

  • Latrine
  • Hiking trails
  • Water hydrants
  • Fish cleaning stand
  • Boat ramp and dock
  • Picnic tables and grills

Information and Reservations

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Tuttle Lake Recreation Area
Situated on 2,294-acre Tuttle Lake, 981 of these acres are in Iowa.


Facilities include:

  • Showerhouse and toilet facilities
  • Two covered shelter houses
  • Electric and water hookups
  • Boat ramp and two docks
  • Ice and firewood for sale
  • 60 camping units
  • Portable grills
  • Dump station
  • Storm shelter

Information and Reservations

Wolden Recreation Area
This 65-acre recreation area has been planned for camping, fishing, picnicking, and other recreation activities. It is located on the 467-acre High Lake. Part of the area is maintained as wilderness with trails developed throughout. Information and Reservations
Facilities include:

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  • Nature Center
  • Dump station
  • Storm shelter
  • Outdoor classroom
  • Arboretum and herb garden
  • Boat ramp and dock
  • Covered shelter house
  • Ice and firewood for sale
  • Electric and water hook ups
  • 7-acre restored native prairie
  • Park office 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Showerhouse and toilet facilities
  • Swim beach nearby (Pappy's Lakeside)
  • 90 camping units, picnic tables and portable grills
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